National Impaired Driving Prevention MonthAddiction, Sober LivingBy Beaches RecoveryDecember 30, 2018Impaired driving has long been a big problem in America. No matter what laws are on the books, millions of people every year ignore them and get behind the wheel either drunk or high. The end result of this drinking problem is thousands of innocent bystanders losing their lives each year in auto accidents. National…
Look for First Night Activities in Your TownAddiction, Sober LivingBy Beaches RecoveryDecember 29, 2018One of your biggest fears in gaining sobriety is maintaining healthy recovery, even during the holidays. But the good news is your local area offers sober living celebration options for enjoying major holidays such as New Year’s Eve. You can enjoy New Year’s Eve or First Night celebrations in a new life of sobriety, even…
What Does Heroin Withdrawal Feel Like?Drug Addiction, RehabilitationBy Beaches RecoveryDecember 26, 2018Usually, fear of the unknown holds heroin addicts back from getting help. For instance, people wonder what addiction rehab involves. Similarly, they question how long heroin treatment lasts. Also, heroin users worry whether they’ll be judged or unable to stick with sobriety. However, the biggest issue on most minds is what does heroin withdrawal feel…
The Danger of Mixing Benzos and AlcoholAlcohol Addiction, Drug Addiction, RecoveryBy Beaches RecoveryDecember 25, 2018Benzodiazepines, or benzos, are strong tranquilizers designed to calm the central nervous system. Namely, they’re anti-anxiety medications like Xanax, Valium, Ativan, and Halcion. Thus, benzos are popular to soothe stress and also, off-label, to experience surges of pleasure. In fact, National Public Radio reported that benzo prescriptions have risen by 5.4 million since 1999. Unfortunately,…
Looking at the Types of Mood DisordersAddiction, Dual DiagnosisBy Beaches RecoveryDecember 24, 2018While everyone feels sad sometimes, if you find yourself struggling with extended periods of sadness, irritability or depression, you might be suffering from one of the types of mood disorders. This might have developed as a result of your abuse of drugs or alcohol. Or, you might have started abusing substances as a way to…
What to Expect During DetoxAddiction, DetoxBy Beaches RecoveryDecember 19, 2018If you have made the decision to seek treatment to overcome your addiction, you might be concerned with what to expect during detox. Since detox is the first step towards recovery, you can read the frequently asked questions about drug detox. However, you might still have concerns or doubts about the process itself. When you…
The Most Common Painkiller Withdrawal SymptomsDrug Addiction, Prescription DrugsBy Beaches RecoveryDecember 18, 2018The road to recovery from prescription pill addiction is a good place to be. The decision to stop using and get treatment takes a lot of courage. That’s particularly true for someone who has been caught in the cycle of addiction for months or even years. While contemplating what’s required to get clean from painkillers,…
Is Drug Addiction a Choice?Drug Addiction, RecoveryBy Beaches RecoveryDecember 17, 2018Many people today debate whether people choose to suffer addiction or if this condition is a legitimate disease. So is drug addiction a choice? Or does modern science prove disease causes addiction?Past Beliefs about AddictionIn the past, Americans and people throughout the world believed addiction was a choice. That is, you choose to push your…
Can We Shut Down Florida Pill Mills?Addiction, Prescription DrugsBy Beaches RecoveryDecember 16, 2018Many people suffer opioid addiction in the United States today. Among these people, residents of Florida suffer their fair share of deadly overdoses and addictions. So many people wonder if Florida pill mills can be shut down.Shutting Down Florida Pill MillsAnswering that question about Florida pill mills comes easily if you consider the past several…
Drug Addiction Programs for Young AdultsDrug Addiction, Teen/Young AdultBy Beaches RecoveryDecember 15, 2018A lot of young adults struggle with addiction across the United States. Among those between 18 and 30 years old, the rate of drug addiction has increased for several decades. In response, the number of drug addiction programs for young adults has grown too. These programs address young adult behavioral, emotional, and physical problems and…
